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AAPT is your Connection to the Physics Education Community

AAPT is the premier global professional society established to advance the greater good through physics education. With the support of our members worldwide, AAPT develops and promotes best practices for physics education through teachers who will inspire tomorrow's leaders and decision makers.

AAPT membership connects you with a world of physics educators working to enlighten society through excellence in K-20 physical science teaching. AAPT membership provides both tangible and intangible benefits, increasing the personal and professional value of your membership.

Physics Today, a magazine providing information about current research and findings in physics. Special Interest Group discussion lists (e.g., advanced labs, high school, two-year college, apparatus, physics education research, science for the public).

eMentoring, connecting high school physics educators who desire additional guidance with experienced high school physics educators.

National meetings provide a forum for physics teachers at all levels to interact and improve the teaching of physics. Members enjoy reduced fees.